The most eagerly anticipated Emmy nomination Sunday evening is Netflix’s “House of Cards,” notable for its distinction of being the first online show eligible for some of the top awards, including best drama series. In all, the show earned nine nominations.

"Veep" has five nominations this year, including "Outstanding Casting For A Comedy."

Kerry Washington of “Scandal” has an Emmy nomination in the lead actress category.

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“Homeland" is up for a total of 11 Emmys — and it won the top drama prize last year.

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Jeff Daniels of "The Newsroom” has a nomination in the lead actor category.

"The Daily Show” will battle it out for “Outstanding Variety Series.”

“The Colbert Report” is also in the running for “Outstanding Variety Series.”

“SEAL Team Six: The Raid On Osama bin Laden” is up for “Outstanding Art Direction For A Miniseries Or Movie” and “Outstanding Sound Editing For A Miniseries, Movie Or A Special.”

“Manhunt: The Inside Story Of The Hunt For bin Laden” is up for “Outstanding Cinematography For Nonfiction Programming” and “Outstanding Documentary Or Nonfiction Special.”